My Son Left Me Alone at the Bakery Until the Business Account Was Suddenly Locked

before sunrise wondering how to keep going.

One cold morning in early December I came in before dawn and found a paper bag hanging on the back door.

Inside was a pair of work gloves. No note.

I knew they were from Evan because they were the same brand Raymond bought at the feed store. Brown leather palms. Stiff at first. Good once they’re broken in.

I continue reading …